Eastern Mediterranean 2018: Best of Greece with 7 Day Aegean Cruise Premium Best of Greece with 7 Day Aegean Cruise Premium

Cast your mind back over millennia, your footprints following those of Alexander the Great, Aristotle and Plato. Explore the mighty kingdom of Ancient Greece, from the Temples of Zeus and Hera, the Parthenon and Delphi on the slopes of Mount Parnassos. Walk the Sacred Way to the 4th century Temple of Apollo and greet the gods and goddesses of Olympia.

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Arrive Athens (2 Nights): Put the 'oh' in opa and embark on an unforgettable exploration of an ancient land of gods and goddesses, myths and legends. Your springboard to your spellbinding holiday is the vibrant capital of Athens, an effortless mix of ancient treasures and modern verve, which you will have an opportunity to explore after being transferred to your hotel. This evening, join your Travel Director and travel companions for a Welcome Reception, including a light meal and welcome drink.Welcome ReceptionDivani Palace Acropolis/Crowne Plaza

Athens Sightseeing: Join your Local Specialist for a guided morning sightseeing tour to the ancient hilltop complex that was once the Cradle of Western Civilisation and today overlooks a sprawling cityscape below. Along our journey into antiquity we'll have an opportunity to explore the Acropolis with its treasures. We'll admire the Parthenon, dedicated to the goddess Athena, the Royal Palace, Temple of Zeus and the Agora, once the haunt of Socrates and Plato. We'll see remarkable displays of an ancient world during an included visit to the Acropolis Museum, and see Hadrian's Arch and the stadium where the first modern Olympics took place in 1896. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy on your own terms. Meander through the cobbled lanes of Plaka, people-watch in Syntagma Square or go in search of the city's tastiest souvlaki - the choice is yours. Buffet Breakfast

Day 3

Nafplion

Athens - Corinth - Mycenae - Epidaurus - Nafplion: We depart Athens this morning, crossing the mighty Corinth Canal to the wild Peloponnesian Peninsula. Arriving in the ancient city of Corinth, we join a Local Specialist to explore an ancient city that several empires fought over throughout the centuries. We continue to Mycenae, a mighty kingdom of ancient Greece, where we'll see the Beehive Tombs, the Treasury of Atreus, the Lion Gate and the remains of Agamemnon's Royal Palace in the company of a Local Specialist. Later, we'll travel to Epidaurus to visit the ancient theatre and view the Sanctuary of Asclepius, the God of Medicine, whose snake-entwined staff remains the symbol of medicine to this day. Arriving in the charming Venetian town of Nafplion later, we'll dine in our hotel this evening.Buffet Breakfast, DinnerAmalia/Agamemmon/Ippoliti

Nafplion - Olympia: We traverse the Mountains of Arcadia to ancient Olympia, past quaint mountain villages into a land of myths and legends, and the site of the first Olympic Games held in 776 BC. This evening we join the Karambellas family on their 30-acre olive and wine farm for an unforgettable Be My Guest dinner, some traditional dancing and characteristic Greek philoxenia.Buffet Breakfast, Be My Guest DiningAmalia/Europa/Olympia Palace

Olympia - Patras - Delphi: We join a Local Specialist this morning to delve into centuries of history. We'll visit the ancient Olympic site, the museum and the ruined remains of the Temples of Zeus and Hera. Leaving Olympia, we skirt the coastline north to Patras, crossing the Gulf of Corinth to mainland Greece before continuing to Delphi, our home for tonight.Buffet BreakfastNafsika Palace/Aegli/Amalia

Delphi - Thermopylae - Kalambaka: Tread in the footsteps of ancient Greeks who would descend on the sanctuary of Delphi to consult with the most important oracle in the classical world. Join your Local Specialist and walk the Sacred Way to the 4th century Temple of Apollo and view the statues immortalising the strength of the athletes who once competed in the Pythian Games held in honour of Apollo and the Arts. A scenic afternoon drive brings us to Thermopylae, famous for the heroic defence by Leonidas and his brave Spartans against the invading Persians. We cross the lush Thessaly region, the 'bread basket of Greece', and travel over the Pourmaraki Pass towards Kalambaka. Buffet Breakfast, DinnerAmalia/Dellas Boutique

Kalambaka - Meteora - Athens: The breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage monasteries of Meteora are our first stop today. Join a Local Specialist to visit two of the six Eastern Orthodox monasteries that cling impressively to immense, rounded rock towers overlooking the town. A scenic drive returns us to Athens where we'll enjoy a rousing Farewell Dinner with our travel companions and reminisce over an incredible journey through Greece.Buffet Breakfast, Farewell DinnerDivani Palace Acropolis/Crowne Plaza

Mykonos: Wake up to the intoxicating charm of Mykonos - the labyrinthine lanes lined with white-washed cottages and tumbling cerise bougainvillea are yours to explore as you soak up the sunshine and laid-back island atmosphere.Buffet Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10

At Sea

Mykonos - Milos - At Sea: Enjoy some free time in the former home of the famous Venus de Milo to indulge in the mouth-watering watermelon pies of Milos island and soak up the glorious sunshine in the turquoise waters of one of its many beaches.Buffet Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Santorini: Indulge in the laid-back island life of Santorini for the next two days. Begin your exploration of the island when you ascend to the quaint clifftop village of Oia on your Complimentary Shore Experience. We return to our ship this evening where we'll spend the night.Buffet Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Santorini: Enjoy another full day on the sun-kissed shores of Santorini to explore its charming villages, vineyards and beaches. Sit back and enjoy the allure of the Aegean on your terms.Buffet Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 13

At Sea

Santorini - Heraklion - At Sea: We set sail for the island of Crete and spend the afternoon exploring its biggest city, Heraklion. Consider joining a shore experience to the Palace of Knossos to delve into the island's late Bronze Age heritage. Buffet Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 14

At Sea

Kusadasi (Turkey) or Samos (Greece) - At Sea: Today's choice of sightseeing could see you disembark at Kusadasi for a Complimentary Shore Experience to the ancient city of Ephesus. Or consider a visit to Samos, a Greek island renowned for its wine heritage.Buffet Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Celestyal Cruise Ship: Operating this itinerary will be Celestyal Crystal.

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